Andreas Lyager forced to quit

HENDERSON INSURANCE Scunthorpe Scorpions have been hit by the blow that recent Danish signing Andreas Lyager has been forced to quit the club with immediate effect.

18-year-old Lyager has informed the Scunthorpe management that: “I am so sorry to announce this, but I have been forced to quit in UK immediately, and will not be able to race for Scunthorpe or any other clubs in UK.

“When I got home Saturday, there was a letter from my employer, where I am in learning. I only have one year left, and I would like to finish my apprenticeship; if I cannot race any more, then I [need to] have an education to fall back on.

“My employer will not allow me to have so much time off from work and school. Therefore I will not be racing in UK until after summer 2017.

“I do not have any choice; I need my education, and [my employer] simply will not allow me to do it with so many days off.

“Please try to understand; I am so sorry. I really want the best for Scunthorpe and you. Thanks for all your help and kindness; I truly hope to see you again.”

Scorpions are seeking a replacement for Lyager.